Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Plans, prepares and oversees the preparation, production and serving of the daily meals at Samaritan House. Responsible for daily menu planning while working within annual food budget. Ensures that residents, volunteers, staff and interns receive appropriate training in all food preparation while adhering to health, safety and hygiene standards. Reports to Food Services Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements program objectives while overseeing kitchen staff and kitchen volunteers. Sets schedules for kitchen staff and coordinates volunteer needs.
• Makes maintenance requests as needed for kitchen equipment.
• Creates menus in a required timeframe to meet client and grant needs.
• Ensures appropriate levels of inventory, including food, kitchen and janitorial supplies are maintained.
• Works with warehouse in utilizing approved donations as budget supplementation for menus.
• Writes and oversees labor schedule for kitchen.
• Enforces the guidelines of the CDPHE-CACFP (Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Child and Adult Care Food Program) including ensuring proper handling of food and turning in claims in accordance to the Program guidelines in a timely manner.
• Manages storage of food products and other materials necessary to the food service operations, ensuring they are safely and appropriately stored.
• Prepares, plans and executes menus for special events hosted by the agency.
• Monitors that all sanitation and safety standards are routinely practiced in the kitchen in all aspects of food production and preparation.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Agency’s values and policies, and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Monitors costing of needed raw materials.
• Monitors portion control, waste and maintains appropriate levels of needed inventory.
• Oversees volunteers in food services tasks.
• Completes necessary administrative duties (paperwork, etc.) timely and accurately.
• Supports, promotes and adheres to Catholic Charities’ vision, mission, values and Code of Ethics.
• Supervision and kitchen management experience in institutional and/or restaurant setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial food preparation, production sanitation and safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to safely use commercial grade kitchen equipment
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate staff through application of Agency values
• The ability to function independently and maintain self-sufficiency with minimal supervision.
• Express excellent interpersonal communication skills, flexibility and willingness to shift priorities as needed.
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft office suite for menu creation, food ordering and general communications
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
An equivalent of four years related managerial kitchen experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Obtain Serve Safe Certificate within 30 days of hire.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s license preferred, but not required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Salary: $22-$24 per hour. 40 hours per week.

Training:We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.
Benefits:In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so there may be a need to work some holidays, which would include holiday pay).
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

EEO/AA

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person